a. valentine smith – Author Portfolio

Meet A. Valentine Smith

A. Valentine Smith crafts stories that linger, blending many different genres, including Urban Fantasy, Detective Noir, Upmarket, Horror and Mystery. For Young Adult it is Urban Fantasy and Magic. I try to build vivid worlds with challenging and consistent rules, whether they be magic or paranormal.

Writing Journey

Inspiration

I take my inspiration from many different sources:

Characters: I've always been influenced by stories where friends bond together to achieve a common goal. As a teen, way back in the day, I always admired that close camaraderie. I grew up with the television show, Scooby Doo. As corny as it sounds, this close-knit group of friends (and their dog too) inspired me to write about main characters, supported by friends and allies. I know this clashes with the Detective Noir theme, where the 'lone wolf' private Investigator navigates a murky world of questionable morality.

Later in life, I was and am still influenced by the TV show, Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Again, the protagonist, Buffy, is surrounded by a loyal cadre of friends and an older mentor. Oddly enough, the friends refer to themselves as the 'Scooby Gang'.

I am also influenced by science fiction shows, such as Star Trek: The Next Generation, Stargate SG-1 and Star Trek: SG9.

From quiet mornings to bustling city streets, Newport inspires the backdrops for my books..

Photo, copyright Andrew V. Smith

FAQs

Who is a. valentine smith?

Just an average Joe, who likes a well-crafted story.

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Do you offer signed copies?

Online at Barnes and Nobles and Amazon. When I get a mainstream publishing presence, I'll be doing a lot of book signings. Hopefully, with greater future popularity, my books will be stocked at your favorite bookstore. For now, I'm sure you can special order it from your favorite book retailer.

Books are available through major online retailers and select independent bookstores. I am happy to sign copies.

I started with Science Fiction, but wasn't able to make any traction writing in this genre. Next, I tried modern magic and found out I had a knack for World Building. and speaking engagements. I had not originally intended to write Young Adult fiction, however, a drive from North Dartmouth, MA, back home changed everything. My first novel, A Circle of Two: Book of Newport, came to me in that drive, almost in its entirety. Recently, I tried another genre, Detective Noir with a twist; an additional element of Urban Fantasy. I am presently attempting to get this new novel, Ghost Train: The Red Herring Society, published traditionally.

Bookstores and book events can contact me, and when available I'm more than happy to oblige. Please use the 'Contact' button to let me know of your request.

My Journey

For over a decade, I've woven stories that explore the depths of human emotion and the beauty of everyday moments.

Books

Published Works

Two novels. Third novel completed. Presently looking for literary representation.

A. Valentine Smith sitting at a wooden desk, surrounded by stacks of books and a vintage typewriter.